Private schools in Australia receive six times more government funding for students with disabilities than public schools.

Private schools in Australia receive six times higher government funding for students with disabilities compared to public schools, according to a Guardian Australia investigation. Public school students eligible for disability payment receive an average of $2,941, while private schools receive over $10,000 per student. The disparity in funding is causing struggles for public schools to support the one million students with disabilities in Australia.

April 28, 2024
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